WHATS NEW ???

WHATS NEW ???

Carbon Facial:

1.What are Carbon facials (by Q-switched Nd:YAG laser )?

The has been used in cosmetic laser dermatology for pigmented and vascular lesions, and for the removal of tattoo or unwanted hair. This laser when used in combination with an exogenously applied photoenhancer, namely a topical carbon suspension can satisfactorily reduce open pores, periocular and perioral rhytides ,an improvement in post-acne scarring and wrinkles. The skin instantly becomes smooth, supple, glowy , bright with waxy texture.

.2.What are its Indication ?

1. Deep Skin rejuvenation to make it smooth supple and elastic.

2. Removal of skin pigmentation making it bright

3. Antiaging – to remove fine lines.

4. inflammatory and noninflammatory acne.

5. white heads.

6. open pores.

7. improve oily skin.

8. tattoo removal.

9. veins treatment.

10. removal of freckles, age spots, coffee spots It is suitable for all types of skin where can be used safely and effectively to rejuvenation photoaged skin,

3. How does it works ?

Here principle is to use carbon powder coated onto face, then laser light is irradiated on the skin. the laser energy is absorbed by the carbon powder which is in the fine pores and it gets heated causing transfer of this laser energy into pores causing stimulation of collagen synthesis, eventually causing shrinkage of pore size and reduction of oily secretion.

4. What is the procedure ?

The Procedure includes:

1. Application of topical anaesthetic cream but majority of patients require no anesthesia for 30mins.

2. Thorough face wash is done.

3. A topical carbon lotion is applied to the face and is allowed to dry for 10 mins.

4. The eyes are covered by goggles during the laser therapy.

5. Laser treatment was then performed on the face.

6. Patient may experience a sensation of heat in the treated areas but it does not hurt or a mild to no discomfort/pain which is similar to snapping the skin with rubber band and is usually tolerable.

7. After the treatment, the face was cooled down with cold compresses.

8. There may be redness and swelling at the treated site which may last for 30 mins-48 hrs. The pigmented spot may darken for 1-2 weeks before getting lighter.

9. Mild desquamation developed 3 days after the treatment and resolved within 7 days. Time required is 20 mins

5. What are the results ?

• This may vary from patient to patient.

• Results are seen immediately after laser once the redness is gone, for shrinkage of pores four to five treatments may be required SKIN MORE SUPPLE AND SMOOTH

• pore size, sebum production 12 weeks

6. How many treatments ?

1. For skin rejuvenation and epidermal pigmentation: 4-8 treaments at interval 2-4 weeks. The actual number of treatment would depend on the severity of the skin condition. Result noticeable after few treatments.

2. For tattoo removal: 6-10 treatments may be necessary by considering factors such as tattoo locations, and patient’s age, skin type and type of tattoo. Some tattoo need few extra session.

3. For vascular lession: 2-6 treatments at interval 4-6 weeks, depending on the size and number of veins. Those with a tendency towards vascular problems will most likely require additional treatments.

7. What is the advantage of Q-Switch NdYAG Laser?

The lesion can be treated precisely and accurately with minimal complication. The normal surrounding tissue is spared and preserved during the treatment. The improvement is fast, complete and leaves natural looking skin.